About this role
- Role Overview Oil and Petroleum Laboratory Technicians conduct laboratory tests to analyze the chemical and physical properties of materials for quality control, process control, and product development. - Key Responsibilities Equipment Operation : Operate specialized lab instruments (microscopes, centrifuges, spectrophotometers, gas chromatographs, etc.) Material Testing : Test materials for purity, stability, viscosity, density, and presence of specific elements or contaminants Quality Verification : Verify manufactured products meet specifications Documentation : Record test results, prepare reports, graphs, and charts Maintenance : Clean, sterilize, and calibrate laboratory equipment Chemical Preparation : Prepare solutions and adjust formulations to meet specifications Compliance & Leadership : Support ISO standards, promote lab performance, understand customer requirements, and maintain ethical conduct Availability : Work rotating schedules including weekends/holidays with on-call flexibility - Requirements Education : High school diploma/GED + 1–3 years related experience (or equivalent) Core Competencies : Technical reading and writing, mathematical skills, problem-solving, data analysis, attention to detail Physical Demands : Ability to sit, stand, walk, use hands; occasionally lift up to 100 lbs; close and distance vision required Work Environment : Regular exposure to chemicals, fumes, extreme temperatures, and potentially explosive materials; moderate noise levels -